High Protein Chipotle Brown Rice

Elevate your mealtime with this High Protein Chipotle Brown Rice recipe, a flavorful and nutrient-packed dish that’s perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying main course. Featuring tender brown rice, protein-rich black beans, and golden, pan-fried tofu, this recipe gets a smoky kick from chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. A zesty squeeze of lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro add a vibrant finishing touch. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this dish is not only high in protein but also loaded with mouthwatering spices like garlic and onion powder. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking for a healthy, protein-packed meal, this chipotle brown rice is guaranteed to deliver both bold flavor and wholesome nourishment.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
• 8 ounces extra firm tofu, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 lime, juiced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.

Step 4

While the rice is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add diced tofu to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Stir fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the cooked brown rice, black beans, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to the skillet. Stir well to combine, ensuring the rice is coated in the sauce.

Step 8

Gently fold the cooked tofu into the rice mixture in the skillet.

Step 9

Squeeze the fresh lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle in the chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt or lime juice.

Step 11

Serve hot as a side dish or enjoy as a satisfying main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1302.5 grams (1302.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1057

Total Fat 50.20g	64%
Saturated Fat 7.80g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2977mg	129%
Total Carbohydrate 103.10g	37%
Dietary Fiber 25.60g	91%
Total Sugars 4.80g
Protein 57.10g	114%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1728mg	133%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1447mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.4%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 37.7%